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A winning start against Charlton, who have strengthen their squad this summer with the edition of Mark Marshall, Tariqe Fosu, Billy Clarke, Jay Dasilva, would be a great start.

But Addicks winger Ricky Holme starred in a run-of-the-mill campaign for Charlton last season and has looked sharp in pre-season,.

What is the team news?

Darrell Clarke

Not a lot. Clarke is keeping his cards close to his chest ahead of the opening game of the season but it is looking like the manager is going to be able to name a very strong side with almost everyone fit for the match.